City Cast Salt Lake
💨 Why Utah swamp cools
June 24, 2025 · — Ali Vallarta
Hey, Salt Lake! I’m City Cast Salt Lake podcast host Ali Vallarta filling in for Terina today. And here’s something fun: WalletHub just named Utah the 4th best state for summer road trips.
We stood out for access to scenic byways, low car thefts, and affordable 3-star hotels.
What's CITY Talking About?
A Sugar House Bar Returns, Kinda
A new owner has reopened Fiddler’s and ditched the Elbow. The iconic Sugar House bar is back for game days with new TVs and a refreshed pub menu and bar area. [Gastronomic SLC]
Measles Contracted in Utah
The Utah Department of Health and Human Services confirmed the first case of measles in Utah, contracted by an unvaccinated man in Utah County. Officials ask that anyone with symptoms not go directly to a hospital; call ahead to avoid exposing other patients. [FOX 13]
Fingerboard Shop Opens in Layton
Utah’s first finger skateboarding aka fingerboard shop is open in Layton. Skatestation boasts six different indoor parks and a big bet on fingerboarding fandom. [Salt Lake Tribune]
More News From 2 Shootings
Salt Lakers seek accountability after two recent shootings at public gatherings. We sort through the details amid continuing updates. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]
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What To Do
Tuesday, June 24
- 🎶 Halsey at Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre | West Valley
- 🖼️ Michelle Pace Art Show at Policy Kings Brewery | Central 9th
- 👕 Clothing Swap at Norkova | Granary
- 🎭 Opera on the Patio at Park City Library | Park City
- 🍽️ The Gather Series: Annual Fundraiser for Red Acre Center with Punk Rock Farmer | Milllcreek
Wednesday, June 25
- 🎵 Live Music by Max Knouse, AJ Woods, & Dylan Schorer at Speakeasy on Pierpont | Downtown SLC
- 🎞️ Documentary: “Champions of the Golden Valley” supporting the IRC in Utah at the Clubhouse on South Temple | Central City
- 🎨 Mosaic Coasters with Craft Club SLC | Granary
- 🍷 Class: Wines of Central France with the University of Utah | Cottonwood Heights
Thursday, June 26
- 🌌 Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert with the Utah Symphony | Downtown SLC
- 🛼 Freedom Day Roll Bounce with Violet Hour SLC | Millcreek
- 🌱 La Comida es Cultura Workshop at Wasatch Community Gardens | Central City
- 🎨 Art Jam at Picnic Cafe | Liberty Wells
- 🎛️ Salt Vault Records Birthday Bash & Tape Nite at the International Artist Lounge | Downtown SLC
Bookworms, don’t miss tonight’s Pride reading party with Ms. Meredith 🏳️🌈💸
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